Genoa - Fiorentina: a duel between young coaches Gilardino and Palladino

Palladino's Fiorentina wins in Genoa and relaunches the Viola in the Europa League area

A game decided by Jovic's goal

Fiorentina won 1-0 on the Marassi field against Genoa and found three important points in the race for Europe. It was a balanced match, decided by a goal from Jovic in the 15th minute of the second half.

The Viola, who had not won away from home since 13 August, thus reached 23 points and climbed to eighth place, just one point behind the seventh useful for qualifying for the Conference League. Genoa remains penultimate at 10, at -2 from the playout area.

The match

Fiorentina started the game better, creating a couple of chances with Kouame and Gonzalez. Genoa, however, gradually came out and was dangerous with Gudmundsson and Aramu.

In the second half, the Viola pushed more and after a series of corners they found the winning goal with Jovic. The Serbian striker, who had entered the field a few minutes earlier, took advantage of an assist from Biraghi and beat Martinez with a right-footed shot.

Genoa tried to react, but could not create clear chances. Fiorentina managed the advantage well and brought home a precious victory.

The statements

"We are very happy with this victory - said Palladino at the end of the match -. We played a great game against a difficult opponent. We deservedly won and we hope to continue like this".

"I'm disappointed with the defeat - said Gilardino -. We played well, but we made a mistake that cost us dearly. We must now look ahead and try to get back to winning ways".

The statistical data

Fiorentina had more possession (53%) and made more shots (15-9). Genoa, however, was more dangerous, hitting 5 shots on target against 3 for the Viola.

The best player on the pitch was Jovic, author of the winning goal. The Serbian striker also had another good chance in the first half, but his shot was saved by Martinez.

The next matches

Fiorentina will host Sassuolo on Wednesday 4 January at the Franchi stadium. Genoa, on the other hand, will play away at Lecce on the same day.